Jamie I. Cogswell
Grand Junction,CO
Summary
Experienced Girl Scouts leader with a six-year track record in volunteering. Passionate about empowering young girls to develop leadership skills, build confidence, and foster community. Successfully organized and executed activities and events, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment. Committed to promoting teamwork, creativity, and personal growth while instilling values of integrity and empathy.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-Basic
Western Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
04.2024 - Current
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
Medical Assistant
Grand River Health Wound Clinic
01.2021 - Current
- Patient Care and Interaction
- Dressing Wounds
- Cleaning Wounds
- Assisting with clinical procedures
- Charting
- Drawing Blood
- Ordering tests
- Scheduling Patients
EMT-B
Meeker Fire and Rescue
01.2010 - Current
- Actively maintain education and requirements of EMT Certification
- Work as a part of a team to cross train and educate other EMTs and Fire professionals
- Participate in regular meetings and training to insure current standards and laws are met
- On the scene administration of EMT duties and care including CPR, EMT-B Standing Protocols
- Confidentiality of sensitive information to insure privacy of patients and families
- Maintaining composure during stressful and traumatic situations
Birista
Starbucks, Barista
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
Medical Assistant
MRH specialty clinic
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Provide patient care
- Process patient drug screens
- Streamline drug screen process
- Assist with procedures
- Occupational health
- Drug Screening
- Spirometry
- Audiometry
- Work Physical Exams
Licensed Daycare Owner/Provider
Jamie's Daycare
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Uphold quality and standards of care per Colorado Children's Code
- Working with parents and children to meet learning and physical milestones
- Care for children of all family backgrounds and maintain confidentiality
- Provide Colorado State sponsored care to low-income families
- Prepare nutritious meals for children suitable for age and diet
Paraprofessional
Meeker Elementary School
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Assisting administration with clerical duties including answering telephones, word processing, copying and faxing
- Verbal and written communication with staff, children and families
- Processing and maintaining paperwork, pertaining to school records and activities
- Upholding Colorado Educational Code and Meeker School District standards to insure students' quality of care
Surgery Reception
St. Mary's Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Assisting administration with clerical duties including answering multi-line telephones, word processing, copying, faxing and coordination of hospital staff lunch meetings
- Verbal and written communication with medical staff and patients
- Preparation, processing and maintenance of patient paperwork and medical records per HIPPA laws and hospital standards
- Maintain and order medical supplies from various departments as required
- Liaison for patients and visitors needing assistance or directions
Front office / Phlebotomist
Dr. Bruce Faber, D.O.
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Assisting administration with clerical duties including answering multi-line telephones, word processing, copying and faxing
- Scheduling of patients
- Medical Assistant duties including taking vitals, drawing blood and patient care and comfort
- Maintenance, confidentiality and transfer of patient medical records per HIPPA laws and practice standards
Education
EMT - Basic Certification -
Colorado Northwestern College
Craig, CONursing/Early Childhood Education -
Colorado Mountain College
Steamboat Springs, COMedical Assistant/ Associate of Science Degree -
Intellitech College
Grand Junction, CoNursing -
Mesa State College
Grand Junction, CoSkills
- Basic life support
- Vital sign assessment
- Critical decision-making skills
- Patient assessments
- Vital signs monitoring
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Patient evaluations
- CPR and first aid
- Patient transport
- Airway management
- Bleeding control
- Triaging
- Safe driving
- Patient triage
- Accident response
- Medical recordkeeping
Certification
Please find current Certifications attached to this Resume.
Communitywork
- Girls Scouts Volunteer Group Leader
- Local Dance Teacher
- Volunteer Dance Choreographer for local educational facilities
- Volunteer EMS for Meeker Fire and Rescue
Timeline
EMT-Basic
Western Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
04.2024 - Current
Birista
Starbucks, Barista
03.2022 - 08.2023
Medical Assistant
Grand River Health Wound Clinic
01.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant
MRH specialty clinic
01.2017 - 01.2021
Licensed Daycare Owner/Provider
Jamie's Daycare
01.2012 - 01.2017
EMT-B
Meeker Fire and Rescue
01.2010 - Current
Paraprofessional
Meeker Elementary School
01.2010 - 01.2011
Surgery Reception
St. Mary's Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2007
Front office / Phlebotomist
Dr. Bruce Faber, D.O.
01.2006 - 01.2007
EMT - Basic Certification -
Colorado Northwestern College
Nursing/Early Childhood Education -
Colorado Mountain College
Medical Assistant/ Associate of Science Degree -
Intellitech College
Nursing -
Mesa State College
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